What It Is
Yam flour is a fine powder made from dried yams, especially white yam (Dioscorea rotundata), a staple crop in West Africa. It is widely used to prepare a smooth, swallow meal commonly known as “Amala” in Nigeria and enjoyed with various traditional soups.
What Export of It Is
Yam flour is in high demand across African and Caribbean communities abroad. Its convenience, long shelf life, and cultural value make it an ideal product for export to international food markets, grocery stores, and African shops in the UK, USA, Europe, Canada, and the Middle East.
EXPORT SPECIFICATIONS
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Product: Yam Flour (Amala Flour)
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Color: Light brown to dark brown (depending on drying method)
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Texture: Smooth, finely milled powder
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Moisture Content: ≤10%
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Impurities: ≤0.5%
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Packaging Options:
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1kg, 2kg, 5kg, 10kg retail packs (sealed, food-grade pouches)
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25kg or 50kg woven sacks for bulk
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Private labeling and branding options available
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Shelf Life: 12–18 months (when stored in cool, dry conditions)
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HS Code: 1106.20.00.00
USES
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Swallow Meal: Cooked into “Amala” and served with soups like ewedu, ogbono, or egusi
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Gluten-Free Flour Alternative: Used in blends for pancakes, dough, or baked goods
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Industrial Applications: Can be used in baby foods and instant meal formulations
MARKET DEMAND
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Major Export Destinations: UK, USA, Canada, Germany, France, Italy, UAE, and other countries with a large African diaspora
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Required Documents:
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Phytosanitary Certificate
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Certificate of Origin
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NAFDAC Number (for Nigeria exports)
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Exporter’s Certificate/SONCAP for compliance
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WHY CHOOSE OUR YAM FLOUR
At SIKADE-WASAG MULTI PURPOSE LIMITED, we produce premium-quality yam flour that is:
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100% natural with no additives or preservatives
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Sourced from high-quality Nigerian yams
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Hygienically processed and machine-dried
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Packaged for freshness and long shelf life
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Customized to meet your specification and market standards
We are committed to exporting Africa’s finest to the world.
